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Poughkeepsie City Council Ward 7

Jason Baker (Dem)

Randall Johnson (Dem)

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1. Would you make any changes to current practice as far as property taxes and city fees?

2. How can we enhance the public services that the City provides, and increase access to those services?

2a. What is your opinion on the county providing the City bus service?

3. The City of Poughkeepsie was recently awarded $790,000 for family programs, support for homeless residents, and repair to infrastructure. While you are in office, do you have ideas for other projects you think deserve funding?

4. How would you recommend addressing the need for affordable housing in the City of Poughkeepsie?

5. What can the City do to develop a viable job market for its residents?

6. Crime has increased in small cities across New York State. What is your plan to address this issue in Poughkeepsie, and how does it differ from the current approach?

7. How would you recommend addressing the opioid epidemic, and the effects of it on the community?

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